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Explanations Quotes

Who owes an explanation, and to whom.

These explanations quotes range from a belief that children deserve honest answers to a more skeptical view that some questions simply have none. One speaker dismisses the explanations offered by television and school as unsatisfying. For more on questioning authority and answers, see Parent quotes.

Children need explanations and they deserve explanations.

Quotes by Todd Bridges

There are no explanations, there are no answers.

Quotes by Jessica Lange

I'm not satisfied with the explanations I get from tv or from school.

Quotes by Erykah Badu

I don't owe any explanations for anybody I'm fighting.

Quotes by Andre Ward

Frequently Asked Questions

Do these quotes agree that explanations are always necessary?
Not entirely — one insists children deserve them, while another states plainly that no explanations or answers exist at all.
What's the skepticism about explanations from school and TV here?
One speaker expresses dissatisfaction with the explanations they received from both sources, suggesting they fell short.
Does anyone claim they don't owe an explanation to others?
Yes, one states they owe no explanations to anyone they're currently in conflict with.
Are children's needs a focus of these explanations quotes?
Yes, one directly addresses how children need and deserve honest explanations from adults.
Where can I find more quotes about questioning authority?
See Parent quotes for related reflections on guidance and honesty.

Not everyone here feels obligated to explain themselves, especially in the middle of a personal conflict. Visit Auto Industry quotes for more on accountability in institutions.